Because what’s not in your polish matters just as much as what is.

At Hanami, we believe beauty should never come at the cost of your health - or the planet. That’s why every bottle of Hanami Plant Polish is proudly 21-Free, meaning it’s free from 21 of the most common toxic or controversial ingredients found in conventional nail polish.

From carcinogens to hormone disruptors to animal by-products, here’s what you won’t find in our polish - and why we leave them out:

🚫 The 21 Ingredients We Avoid (and Why)

1. Animal derivatives – Because our beauty ethics are 100% cruelty free.
2. Toluene – A harsh solvent linked to dizziness and developmental issues.
3. Benzene – A known carcinogen. Absolutely not.
4. Xylene – May irritate eyes, skin, and lungs.
5. Formaldehyde releasers – Can cause allergic reactions and long-term health risks.
6. Formaldehyde resin – Linked to skin sensitivity and allergies.
7. Phthalates – Known hormone disruptors.
8. Cyclic silicones – Harmful to aquatic life and slow to break down in nature.
9. Camphor – May cause nausea or headaches in high amounts.
10. Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) – A strong solvent that can cause irritation.
11. Glycol ethers (series E) – Tied to reproductive and developmental harm.
12. Hydroquinone (HQ) – A skin-lightening agent with potential toxicity.
13. 4-Methoxyphenol (MEHQ) – Possible allergen and irritant.
14. Triphenyl Phosphate (TPP) – Disrupts hormones and may impact fertility.
15. Nonylphenol ethoxylated – Toxic to marine life, banned in some countries.
16. Tert-Butyl Hydroperoxide – A severe irritant to skin and eyes.
17. Chromium Oxide Greens – Heavy metal risk and potential irritant.
18. Bismuth chloride oxide – May cause heavy metal toxicity.
19. CMR substances (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, Reprotoxic) – We say a firm no.
20. Synthetic fragrances – Often include allergens or hormone-disrupting chemicals.
21. Ethyl tosylamide – Banned in the EU for antibiotic resistance concerns.

💅 Clean, Conscious Colour

You deserve nail colour that performs beautifully without the nasties. That’s why Hanami is:

• 21-Free
• Made from 82% plant-derived ingredients
• Breathable + water permeable
• Vegan + cruelty free (certified)
• Australian made + owned

Better beauty starts at the base. Thanks for choosing cleaner colour!